FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
More about the Brisbane Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Brisbane Small Business Loans
Brisbane unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months. They also offer cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is this Unsecured Loan different from a traditional company loan?
Apply for this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or on the phone. You’ll receive a same day response and the funds could be available in just 24 hours. Traditional business loans refer to an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. This company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll know ahead of time the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly amount to be paid back.
What could be the Small Business Loan be used for?
The Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every company purpose including the management of cash flow, business remodels and marketing to purchase inventory, new equipment, to fund general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
About the Larger Brisbane Business Loans
What is the Larger Brisbane Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger loan size to support company expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 with a fixed-term that can last up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly depending on your situation.
How’s the Origination Fee calculated?
It is important to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan in this amount, your business needs to have been operating for at least three years and have an annual turnover of $700K. The applicant must also be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) with a minimum age of 18 years old and have a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at minimum 12 months of continuous trading.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan is a great option for almost any business use, including business renovations, purchase of equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used for personal use.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is needed for funding of more than $150,000. This is as a result of an charge on assets, which could also be registered in the PPSR or filing as a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay back a loan that is generally based rather than stating the security for a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally responsible if the company the borrower fails to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been registered in respect of personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants preference over private property granted according to the date the registration of a security interest.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to provide the legal claim to property.
What is a pre-approval minus Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger company loans that is greater than $250K we may be able to provide an initial pre-approval to smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without a credit check and within six hours of your initial application. This pre-approval is made based on an initial evaluation that involves answering a couple of financial well-being checks. It’s neither an offer nor a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to a full credit assessment and any offer that you receive could be on different terms.
Application process
Are I eligible for funding?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you;
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over the age of 18 and own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for you to qualify for unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is simple and simple. Just fill out the online application within a few minutes and a dedicated company loan specialist will call you to guide you.
To apply for up to $100,000, you’ll require ID details (valid Driver’s License) and a valid NZBN/IRD and at least 6 months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll also need:
$100K to $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6-12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K – $500K: Details of the application, including credit consent twelve months bank statement, an IRD statements, last 2 years finalised financial statements, and interim financial statements for the current year including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables summaries.
What speed will I be able to get an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we usually offer an answer in just one hour, provided you submit your request at standard business times and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements , we are able to provide the decision in just 1 business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be capable of offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed your pre-approval, the turnaround time is approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval. However, this can be quicker based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some offers have been approved in 24 hours.
The quickest method is to ensure you apply during normal business hours. Also, allow us to use the advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you upload the copies of bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
How soon will I receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K up to $100,000) we typically provide an answer in just one hour – as long as you submit your request in normal business timings and you allow us to use the bank verification system to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you opt to upload copies of your bank statements, we’ll be able to provide a decision in as little as 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Some transactions have received approval in just 24 hours.
The fastest way can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use the modern bank verification link to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you send us copies of your bank statement, it may take a bit longer.
What’s the minimum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you submit an application for a particular amount, we consider a variety of elements to determine how much we can lend you health for your company and the amount of repayments that your business can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specifics that are unique to your business.
If you apply for a set amount, we look at a range of aspects to determine how much we can lend you such as well-being of the company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can support. The total amount of your loan will depend on the particular circumstances that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an company loan?
If you decide to apply for business loans with us company credit, we will assess the risk profile of your business and provide an individualised offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. It is a company loan is an upfront cost loan so you will know in advance the total amount you will have to pay, including charges, interest rates or fees.
What is the factor that determines the price I pay?
The interest rates on business loans rates vary due to factors such as the amount that is borrowed, what business assets the money will be used for as well as the field the business operates in, the long the business has been in operation for, how long the company has sufficient cash flow to fund the loan, as well as the general health and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans, and you’ll know precisely how much you be required to pay and at what time, from the day you sign up. There’s not any compounding interest and no extra fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You are able to get a cash loan with with no upfront cost or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with the setting up and management of the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of your loan at any point in time.
If you decide to take this route, please speak to our friendly business lending specialists. They will provide you with repayment details as well as an early payout amount. This is calculated as the total of the principal balance and any accrued interest at the time of early payment in addition to 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
In order to help you avoid missing payment dates and to align with your cash flow cycle we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your company account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Security of your data, and being clear about the ways we gather information, use it, and exchange it, as well as safeguard your data, is crucial and an integral aspect of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We use industry recognised encryption standards to secure your personal, sensitive financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to the security of our customers as well as their privacy. We utilise a sophisticated bank verification system to immediately verify the bank account details online, allowing us to offer a fast response.
About business loans
How do you define asset-based lending (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing occurs when the business owner uses assets they own to get the funds for a loan. The asset may be a personal asset like the family home, or it could be a business property like a truck or piece or equipment.
The majority of lenders, even the big banks, tend to secure loans against an asset. If you have trouble paying back the loan, your asset may be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is a way of securing new funding making use of the value of what you already have.
Do I require security to get a business loan?
For loans that exceed $150,000, no asset security is required in advance to gain access to the funds However, we require a personal guarantee. need a personal guarantee. So long as you comply with the loan terms (as stipulated in the loan contract) Asset security is not needed. For loans that exceed $150K, generally, there is personal guarantee and security in the form of a charge over assets.